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V2 TYP

2000 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,638 mi
Last recorded12,638 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 TYP
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2025 12,638 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 12,108 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 11,583 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 11,188 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 10,593 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 9,538 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 9,529 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 9,201 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 9,194 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 8,858 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 8,671 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 8,060 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 7,336 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 7,077 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 6,568 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 6,075 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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V2 TYP is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 39,929 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V2 TYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 26 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V2 TYP registered?

V2 TYP is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is V2 TYP safe to buy?

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